Bhanu Saptami, also known as Surya Saptami, is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Surya. Lord Surya, or the Sun God, is an important deity in Hinduism and is worshipped daily and on Shukla Paksha Saptami (the seventh day during waxing phase of moon in a traditional lunar calendar). Bhanu is one of the numerous names of Lord Surya.

Bhanu Saptami 2018 dates are April 22, September 2 and September 16.

Lord Surya, or the Sun God, is Pratyaksha Brahman or the
visible god and is worshipped daily and on Shukla Paksha Saptami (the seventh
day during waxing phase of moon in a traditional lunar calendar). Bhanu is
one among the numerous names of Lord Surya – hence the name Bhanusaptami.